1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | F355 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |