1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 16 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 508 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 930 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |