2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |