2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 297 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Spyder | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
