1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 215 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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
