2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 60 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1000 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. 2009 Alpina B5 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. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B5 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
