2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z4 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
