2003 BMW 645 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 10 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 645 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |