1970 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 698 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
