1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1965 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 400 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 57 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 38 L |