2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
