2004 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 360 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1390 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
