2009 BMW 735 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 230 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1966 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 735 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 38 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
