2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 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 284 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 505. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Spyder | 505 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |