1998 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 302 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
