1948 Bristol 450 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1965 Renault Dauphine is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 450 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 450 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 450 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
