1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (440 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Dauphine | A6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2833 mm |
