1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1963 Pontiac Tempest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Pontiac Tempest (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Tempest | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
