2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
