1966 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1967 Renault Dauphine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Cobra | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |