1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 516 kg more than 1984 Renault 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 BB | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |
