1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1638 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.

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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2010 Ford F-150 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 2010 Ford F-150
Make Renault Ford
Model Dauphine Gordini F-150
Year Released 1957 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 844 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 36 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 398 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 660 kg 2298 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2004 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 98 L


 

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