2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1956 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 46 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |