1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Renault 6

To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 532 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1968 Renault 6
Make Ferrari Renault
Model 250 GT 6
Year Released 1959 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 72 mm
Top Speed 241 km/hour 130 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 745 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 40 L