2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Spyder | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | Spyder | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
