2009 BMW 135 vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 688 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 135 (400 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 135 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |