2006 BMW 335 vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 45 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 968 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 335 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |