2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. 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 296 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 590 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Spyder | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
