2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1017 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLK | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
