1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
