2008 Audi A5 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 49 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 884 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 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A5 | Floride |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |