2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Spyder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |