1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Tatra T613.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Tatra T613. (270 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | 355 Spider | T613 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
