1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 350 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
