2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 870 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | CLK | Floride |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |