2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 48 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 400 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB9 | Fregate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 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 | 1710 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |