1965 Renault Floride vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2005 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1965 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1965 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Floride | 520 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |