2009 BMW 635 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate.
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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2009 BMW 635 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. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 635 | Fregate |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |