1988 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 29 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 195 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M6 | Fregate |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1505 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |