2007 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS.
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 Lexus LS (498 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | LS | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 87 L |
