2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | Spyder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |