1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1078 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | E | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 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 | 1710 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |