2003 Lexus SC vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 39 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 1108 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | SC | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
