2008 BMW 523 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1954 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 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 523 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
