2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2008 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 38 L |
