1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 915 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 365 GT | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
