1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Dauphine | Taurus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 337 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |