1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 22 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 145 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 119 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 365 GT | 21 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
