2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 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 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 320 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Maserati | Smart |
| Model | Spyder | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
