1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Dauphine | CTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
