Maserati Spyder Specs

Since 1990 the Spyder has grown 9.8″ in length and gained 1,398 lb: weight rose 58%, length only 6%.

NHTSA vPIC · Transport Canada · 2 generations · 1990–2005 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Quick answer

The 2005 Maserati Spyder, the latest model year on record, is 168.9″ long, 71.7″ wide and 51.6″ tall on a 96.1″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,792 lb. At 14.1 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.9 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.

Every Maserati Spyder generation, measured

FIG.01·Maserati Spyder dimensions by generation
GenerationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1990–1991159.1″67.3″51.6″94.5″2,394 lb
2004–2005168.9″71.7″51.6″96.1″3,792 lb
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada

Spyder year by year

FIG.02·Maserati Spyder dimensions by model year
Model yearLengthWidthWheelbaseCurb weightBody styles
2005168.9″71.7″96.1″3,792 lb1
2004168.9″71.7″96.1″3,792 lb1
1991159.1″67.3″94.5″2,394 lb1
1990159.1″67.3″94.5″2,394 lb1
ROWS 4·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications

Will a Spyder fit

FIG.02·Maserati Spyder — will it fit
SpaceTypical sizeThis carVerdict
Single garage20 ft deep14.1 ftFits, with room to open the door
Street parking space18 ft14.1 ftFits comfortably
Standard parking bay width8.5 ft wide6 ftRoom to open doors both sides
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions

Against cars of the same length

Among the 634 cars within 10″ of its length, the Spyder is heavier than 92% and has a shorter wheelbase than 83%.

FIG.03·Maserati Spyder against similar-sized cars
MeasureThis carTypical of 634 cars within 10″ of its lengthDifference
Width71.7″69.3″+2.4″
Wheelbase96.1″100.8″−4.7″
Curb weight3,792 lb3,014 lb+778 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length

Spyder against its rivals

Next to the Lotus Esprit, the Spyder is the shortest and the heaviest of the two.

FIG.04·Maserati Spyder against its rivals
ModelModel yearLengthWidthCurb weight
Maserati Spyder (this car)2005168.9″71.7″3,792 lb
Lotus Esprit2003173.6″74″3,042 lb
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada; rivals: same EPA class and body, most searched
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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2005 Spyder bigger than the 2004?

No. The 2005 and 2004 Spyder are the same size and weight.

Which is bigger, the Spyder or the Lotus Esprit?

The 2003 Lotus Esprit is 4.7″ longer and 750 lb lighter than the 2005 Spyder.

Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 4 Spyder model years, 1990 to 2005. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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