2000 Audi A8 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
