2008 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 135. 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 135 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |