1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 400 (393 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 400 | 5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 51 L |