1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Dauphine | M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2900 mm |
