1966 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP) has 442 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1966 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Renault | Alpina |
| Model | Floride | B7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
