1971 BMW Touring vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 14 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 398 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |