2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 821 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 115 L |
