2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F430 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |