2007 Maserati GT vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 51 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 938 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | GT | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |