2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1960 Renault Floride

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 705 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz C 1960 Renault Floride
Make Mercedes-Benz Renault
Model C Floride
Year Released 2006 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 29 L