2006 BMW 630 vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1956 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 630 | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 630 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |