1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 456 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
