2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 360 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
