1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Dauphine | 325 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 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 | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
