1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Renault Dauphine is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 841 kg more than 1964 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 Jaguar XK (325 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | XK | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 57 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |