2005 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 998 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
