1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Fregate | 911 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
