1996 Audi S6 vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi S6 | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | S6 | Fregate |
Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |