1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. 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 197 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 512 BB | 5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |