2002 BMW 735 vs. 1960 Renault Floride

To start off, 2002 BMW 735 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 1175 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, 2002 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2002 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 735 1960 Renault Floride
Make BMW Renault
Model 735 Floride
Year Released 2002 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 35 HP
Torque 360 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2270 mm


 

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