2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 660 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1964 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1964 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | S | Floride |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |