2009 BMW 125 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 694 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 BMW 125 (250 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 125 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
