Head to head
Bentley S3 vs Ferrari 488 Spider
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965. The Ferrari 488 Spider is a twin-turbo v8 convertible supercar.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley S3 | Ferrari 488 Spider | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6,230cc V8, pushrod overhead valves | 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 |
| Power | 215hp at 4,000rpm | 670PS (660hp) at 8,000rpm |
| Top speed | 115mph | approx. 202mph |
| Years produced | 1962-1965 | - |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe, 2-door drophead coupe | - |
| 0-60mph | - | 3.0 seconds |
| Seats | - | 2 |
Sources: Bentley S3, Ferrari 488 Spider. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S3 if...
The last of Bentley's separate-chassis S-series saloons, and the first Bentley with a V8 engine. Wedding and chauffeur hire firms use it for its formal, old-money look rather than performance.
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Buy or hire the 488 Spider if...
An open-top V8 supercar hired for weddings, birthdays and other occasions where the noise and presence matter as much as the drive. Its folding hardtop makes it usable as a everyday-ish hire car in good weather, unlike a fixed-roof track special.
Listed by
- D.H.CULLEN Car Hire Specialists - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley S3 and the Ferrari 488 Spider?
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965; the Ferrari 488 Spider is a twin-turbo V8 convertible supercar.
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