1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 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 232 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
