2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 360 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |