2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 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 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 774 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | S-Type | Floride |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2096 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |