1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 355 Spider | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
