1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 858 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Renault Dauphine | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Dauphine | 525 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |