2008 Ford GT vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 4 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | GT | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
