2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 575 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | CL | Fregate |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |