1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |
