2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 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 30 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 254 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 965 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
