1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1959 Renault Floride

To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1959 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 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Porsche 965 1959 Renault Floride
Make Porsche Renault
Model 965 Floride
Year Released 1991 1959
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 459 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2270 mm


 

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