1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1952 Renault Juva
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1952 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1952 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 880 kg more than 1952 Renault Juva. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1952 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 355 Spider | Juva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
