1962 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault Floride | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
