2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 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 80 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 253 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
