Head to head
Ferrari 488 Spider vs Land Rover Discovery (5th generation)
The Ferrari 488 Spider is a twin-turbo v8 convertible supercar. The Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) is a seven-seat 4x4.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ferrari 488 Spider | Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Engine | 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 | - |
| Power | 670PS (660hp) at 8,000rpm | - |
| 0-60mph | 3.0 seconds | - |
| Top speed | approx. 202mph | - |
| D300 engine | - | 3.0 litre, 300hp diesel, all-wheel drive, automatic |
| Boot volume | - | 258 litres (all seats up) to 2406 litres (all seats down) |
Sources: Ferrari 488 Spider, Land Rover Discovery (5th generation). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the Discovery (5th generation) if...
Land Rover's do-it-all seven-seat SUV, used by specialist hire firms for family trips, towing and rough-ground work alike. The D300 R-Dynamic HSE tested here is a well-equipped mid-range diesel spec.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ferrari 488 Spider and the Land Rover Discovery (5th generation)?
The Ferrari 488 Spider is a twin-turbo V8 convertible supercar; the Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) is a seven-seat 4x4.
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