1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, both 1983 Ferrari 308 and 1983 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ferrari 308 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 1983 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5, 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 308 | 5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |