2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona 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 361 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Spyder | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Spyder | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |