1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1993 Renault Express

To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1993 Renault Express
Make Ferrari Renault
Model 500 Testarossa Express
Year Released 1960 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2590 mm


 

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