2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 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 218 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 558 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
