2008 Ford GT vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
