1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 42 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1088 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, 2008 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Dauphine | A6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
