1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 61 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fregate | R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3216 mm |
