2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Z4 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1362 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
