2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1948 Renault Juva
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Renault Juva would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1948 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1948 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1948 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1948 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1948 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B7 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
