1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, both 1976 Ferrari 512 BB and 1976 Renault 15 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 512 BB | 15 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1289 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |