1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Fregate | 316 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
