2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 763 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | Roadster | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |