1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 1990 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F40 | 30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |
