1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 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 447 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 1986 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F40 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
