1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 250 GT | 19 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
