2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Spyder | S5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
