2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 44 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 690 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B3 | Fregate |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |