1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 450 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
