1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |
