1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 253 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 328 GTS | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
