1950 BMW 340 vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1960 Renault Dauphine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 BMW 340 (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 BMW 340 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 BMW 340 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 340 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| 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 | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
