1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 845 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
