2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 827 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Spyder | 8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
