1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 627 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 BB | Floride |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1106 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
