2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
