2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa

To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Maserati Spyder.

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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Maserati Spyder 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
Make Maserati Pininfarina
Model Spyder Rossa
Year Released 2002 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4253 cc 5472 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 485 HP
Torque 451 Nm 570 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.8 mm 74.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2510 mm


 

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