1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1270 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2011 Audi A6 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Dauphine Gordini | A6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |