1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 993 | Floride |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2280 mm |