1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Clio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
