2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
