1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 18 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1977 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 250 GT | 15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |