2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen 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 219 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 1991 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Spyder | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
