1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1182 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2012 Chrysler 300 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. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Dauphine | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
