2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 784 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
