2009 BMW 735 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1958 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 735 (360 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2009 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 735 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
