1991 Alpina B vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1967 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
