1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1961 Renault Dauphine is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB2 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |