1966 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Floride | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
