1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 513 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 456 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
