2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | LS | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 31 L |
