2005 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | NSX | Spyder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |