2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 612 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
