1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
