2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 48 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 624 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | B | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
