2005 BMW 525 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 50 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 741 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.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
