2005 Noble M12 vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M12 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1961 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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Noble M12 | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Noble | Renault |
Model | M12 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |