1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Renault 15

To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 1980 Renault 15
Make Ferrari Renault
Model 250 GT 15
Year Released 1958 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 69 mm
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L