1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
