1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1968 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 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 308 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
