2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder. 2006 Maybach 62 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. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Maserati | Maybach |
Model | Spyder | 62 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |