1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 53 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1418 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Dauphine | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Dauphine | 6 series |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |