2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 194 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. 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 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Spyder | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Spyder | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
