2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 550 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4245 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
