1999 BMW 529 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 529 | Juva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |