1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F355 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
