1991–1992 Isdera Spyder 036i Specs & Performance

The Isdera Spyder 036i is the kind of sports car that feels almost impossible to separate from its creator’s unconventional approach to engineering. With its tiny production run, open two-seat body and mid-mounted engine, it was never intended to compete through volume or mainstream appeal. Instead, Isdera built the Spyder around lightweight construction and a focused driving layout, giving this rare German exotic a character very different from the larger, more familiar supercars of its era. Its unusual proportions and low-slung stance make it particularly memorable even before the engine is started.

The 1991–1992 Spyder 036i uses a naturally aspirated 3.0-liter inline-six producing 217 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed manual transmission drives the rear wheels, while the lightweight chassis helps deliver a 6.2-second 0–60 mph time and a 162-mph top speed. With its rear-mid-engine layout and two-seat configuration, the Spyder remains a distinctly focused interpretation of the open sports car.