2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 892 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 52 L |
