2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 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 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Spyder | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Spyder | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |