2009 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 845 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
