2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1946 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1946 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1946 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1946 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1946 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
