2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
| Model | Spyder | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
