2009 BMW M6 vs. 1956 Renault Juva

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 1956 Renault Juva
Make BMW Renault
Model M6 Juva
Year Released 2009 1956
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4999 cc 747 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 45 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 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 4880 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2360 mm


 

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