2004 BMW 745 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 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
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, both vehicles can yield 451 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 745 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
