2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 153 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Spyder | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
