2004 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | NSX | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
