1998 Audi S8 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
