1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 308 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 308 | Spider |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |