2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 31 L |
