1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 316 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F40 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
