1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 840 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 512 TR | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1395 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
