1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 308 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 115 L |
