2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Brera | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
