1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1958 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | F40 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |