2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Floride |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |