1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 27 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 438 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 560 | Fregate |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |