1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1963 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1963 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |
