2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spyder | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
