2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Spyder | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
