2009 BMW X3 vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| 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 | 189 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
