1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 29 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 219 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 250 GT | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
