2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |