1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 645 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 365 GT | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
