1949 Renault Juva vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1949 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1949 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1949 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Renault Juva | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Juva | X3 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1003 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |