1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C 112 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
