1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1959 Renault Fregate is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 250 GT | Fregate |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |