2008 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 1066 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 335 | Floride |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |