1959 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2009 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Floride | 607 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
