1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 116 kg more than 1957 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1957 Renault Fregate | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Fregate | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |