1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F355 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
