2005 Lexus GS vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1960 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 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GS | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
