1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
