2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 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 SLK (350 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SLK | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
