2009 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 945 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 |
