2008 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 575 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, 2008 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 120 | Floride |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |