1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1980 Renault Siete is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 649 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete, 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 365 GT | Siete |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
