1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 750 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Testarossa | 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
