2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 360 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
