2006 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1966 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 Audi A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
