1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 49 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 1188 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Dauphine | M5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
