2009 BMW 135 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1965 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 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 135 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |