1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 400 and 1982 Renault 11 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 400 | 11 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 34 L |