1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 1999 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,598 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen W12 (414 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 1999 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | W12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1050 mm |
