1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 835 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Testarossa | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
