2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Spyder | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
