2003 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |