2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
