2005 BMW 116 vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 BMW 116.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 116 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
