1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Ferrari 456 and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 296 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 456 | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |