1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 55 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 421 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Fregate | 335 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
