2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 53 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1015 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2008 Alpina B7 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. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B7 | Juva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |