2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 8 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, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Spyder | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |