1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 170 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 783 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |
