1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Dauphine | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
