2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 56 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 920 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1949 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1949 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1949 Renault Juva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SLR McLaren | Juva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 1003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |