1964 Renault 8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 8 | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3165 mm |
