2009 Audi R8 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
