1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 308 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
