2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Spyder | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
