1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1578 kg more than 1968 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dauphine | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3165 mm |
