1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1960 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 1997 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Dauphine | 730 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
