1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |
