1952 Triumph Renown vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1952 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Triumph Renown | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Triumph | Bentley |
| Model | Renown | Continental |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3065 mm |
