2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Spyder | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 108 L |
