1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 29 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1468 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Lagonda | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |
