1973 BMW 3 vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 16 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 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 114 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
