2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1553 kg more than 1964 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
