2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 78 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 35 kg more 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Spyder | Camaro |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |