2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 968 kg more than 1960 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 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
