2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 322 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Spyder | 818 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
