2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1708 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental GT | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |