1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 68 L |
