1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1961 Bristol 406 is newer by 4 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 124 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406.
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:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
