1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F50 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
