2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F430 | R5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
