2005 Porsche GT2 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini

To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.

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 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche GT2 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
Make Porsche Renault
Model GT2 Dauphine Gordini
Year Released 2005 1957
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3600 cc 844 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 36 HP
Torque 340 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2270 mm


 

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