1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 308 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
