2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, both 2008 Maserati Spyder and 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Maserati Spyder and 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport are equipped with a 4,244 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport.
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, both vehicles can yield 451 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Spyder | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
