2009 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1954 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | Juva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |