1971 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 715 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Renault | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | California |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
