2009 BMW 318 vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1953 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, 2009 BMW 318 (300 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
