2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
