1969 Buick GS vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 998 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | GS | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |