1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1950 Bristol 401 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 55 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 401 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
