2004 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 20 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | SC | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
