1966 Bristol 409 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 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 968 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 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 409 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 38 L |
