1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1957 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
