1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 456M | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
