2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Spyder | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2189 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
