2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Maranello | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 56 L |
