2006 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 47 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 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 85 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, 2006 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 318 | Fregate |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |