2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. 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 334 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 940 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Spyder | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Spyder | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |