1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1008 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 400 | 15 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |