2005 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2003 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2003 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 530 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
