1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 985 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Dauphine | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 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 | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
