1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 8 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 233 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 BB | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2165 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 34 L |
