2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Spyder | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
