2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 BMW 645. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 447 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Spyder | 645 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
