2007 Porsche Cayman vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 783 kg more than 1958 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayman | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayman | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1415 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
