1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Renown | 550 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2969 mm |
