1978 Ferrari 312 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, both 1978 Ferrari 312 and 1978 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 312.
Because 1978 Ferrari 312 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ferrari 312. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1978 Ferrari 312 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 312 | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |