2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 11 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 79 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 400 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Maserati Spyder | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Spyder | 6 series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |