2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
