2008 Maserati Spyder vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 905 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Spyder | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | Spyder | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
