1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2011 Jaguar XF 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. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Dauphine | XF |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
