2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | Spyder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |