1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB7 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |