1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1883 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dauphine | GL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |