2009 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |