2005 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1964 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 330 (300 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
