1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 320 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | XJS | Fregate |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |