1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1943 Renault Juva
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1943 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1943 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1943 Renault Juva. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1943 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB2 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
