1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | 530 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
