1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 55 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1865 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 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
