2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spyder | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 283 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
