2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. (385 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Maserati | Monteverdi |
| Model | Spyder | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
