1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1966 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 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Dauphine | 325 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
