1952 Porsche 356 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, both 1952 Porsche 356 and 1952 Triumph Renown were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 465 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 356 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
