1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1341 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Dauphine | LS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
