1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
