Maserati Cambiocorsa Spyder vs. 360?

Wish I could help with a direct comparison. But I haven't driven the 360.

I have, however, driven the Maserati Spyder (with paddle shifters) and a '98 Ferrari F355 (stick shift) and have to say that the Ferrari was more fun. I drove both on twisty-turney roads as well as on long straight sections. The Maserati felt real "heavy" to me while the 355 felt quite nimble and quick. The Maserati was plush, though, if that's what you are after. Personally, I prefer a slightly more spartan (but not painful or irritating) open-top sports car.

As I continue my search for a Ferrari to own (and I am strongly leaning towards a 355 Spider) I hope to drive the 360. If I do, I'll post a comparison--just be mindful that it is coming from a newbie to Ferraris!

 

My father owned a manual Mas spyder before he bought his first 360 spider with f1 trans, and now he owns a Mas Coupe w/ cambio as well, and he has been nice enough to let me drive both (even on the track )

My views:

Comfort: The Mas is more comfortable, but I can't say by how much because there's not really a whole lot of difference. The 360 Has Daytona seats which I find very comfortable, but of course the ride in the 360 is rougher than in the Mas.

Driving: The 360 is by leaps and bounds a more fun car to drive. The Mas has lots of body roll and is heavier, where the 360 has amazing turn-in and amazing grip, and is very confidence-inspiring (but don't get too much of an ego, or you'll be putting your wallet in A LOT more pain).

Looks: The Mas has a very understated elegance to it, which is nice as it doesn't draw all the attention that the Ferrari does. You can easily fly under the radar in the Mas. But, the 360 looks amazing as well.


Personally if I'm ever in a position to be able to afford them (Come on lottery!), I'd have both. Mas for the daily driver and the Ferrari for spirited runs in fair weather.


If you'd like more opinions, PM my dad: eclipse185

Adam

 

I have a 360, I had a Maser Spyder (concurrent with the 360). They are totatlly different cars, really. The Ferrari is a sports car (albiet refined enough to enjoy on long trips) the Maser is a GT (has good performance, but no so much when pushed). I much prefer the 360, but the Maser has its strong points.

 

In the February 2004 issue of FORZA Magazine--"The Magazine
About Ferrari", the cover story was entitled, "360 Modena
vs. Maserati Sypder". The capable writer, Winston
Goodfellow, concluded his piece with these words:
"Between the two, it ultimately comes down to mood.
If you want to be a rock star wherever you go, the 360
Modena is the only choice. But if you want to play it
lower-key, to beguile without flaunting, the Spyder is
your ticket."
Winston drove both cars for two weeks before writing
his cover-story analysis.

 

I have driven a Maserati coupe and convertible, coupe was a 6 spd. and the conv. was a cambio. I also have a 360 coupe. My impressions are as follows:
Coupe.. fantastic daily driver type car, smooth fast, comfortable, all the modern conveniences, nav. htd seats etc. Wonderful car, but for me. at least, not a car to get excited about for weekend jaunts.
Maserati convertible... very, very nice. It felt sporting, without being a full-out sports car. Very fast.The top mechanisim was fantastic, just push a switch and everything happens, the metal boot opens, windows drop, the top unhooks itself, and then the whole thing folds into the metal boot, which then closes, and voila, top down motoring in a thoroughbred GT. This was one convertible even my wife loved, didn't muss her hair, ac kept us cool.It was a very nice experience.
The 360 on the other hand, is totally different, it is absolutley the most fantastic car I have ever driven.That car can put a smile on my face anytime.
Different answers, to different questions, and all are correct.
By the way,used low mileage Masers are available for reasonable money,roughly 1/2 the price of 360 coupes and with warranty. They are very tempting

 

You make worthwhile comments.
Your comparisons are about what
Winston Goodfellow wrote in his piece
that I cite above. He mentioned that
the "wives" who experienced the Maserati
Spyder liked this sports car the most.

 

I have a 360 and test drove the Maser Spyder a couple of months ago. Totally different cars. The Maser is a nice driver but cannot compare to the performance and handling of the 360, IMO.