1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari Pinin 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 1980 Ferrari Pinin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Pinin | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
