1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 12 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 188 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 250 GT | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
