1999 BMW 323 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 39 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 323 | Floride |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |