1962 Renault Floride vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1490 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 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Renault Floride | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Floride | X5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |