2007 BMW X3 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1965 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 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | X3 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |