1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 1236 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. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Fregate | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3580 mm |
