2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 46 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1045 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1963 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1963 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SLR McLaren | Floride |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |