1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1960 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1449 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | 62 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
