1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 577 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Fregate | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3157 mm |
