2009 Audi R8 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 933 kg more than 1964 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 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
