1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 America is newer by 3 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 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 375 America | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 375 America | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
