2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 288 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Spyder | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Spyder | Laurel |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |