2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Spyder | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |