1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1959 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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 420 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
