1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1976 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
