1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 TR | 21 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
