2007 Maserati Spyder vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati Spyder | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spyder | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
