2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Floride |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 843 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
