2005 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
