2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 42 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 459 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2001 Jaguar XJR 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. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
