2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1953 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental GTC | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |