2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB9 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |