2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 379 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
