2006 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 49 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 878 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 1957 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
