1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 51 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2010 Audi S8 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. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Fregate | S8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
