1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 528 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
