1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 484 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 TR | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1419 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
