1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 52 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1128 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Renault Dauphine 2012 Audi A5
Make Renault Audi
Model Dauphine A5
Year Released 1960 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 33 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 632 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 67 L


 

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