1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1965 Renault Dauphine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | 62 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |