2008 BMW M5 vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1956 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M5 | Juva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |