1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 240 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
