2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | G37 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |