1958 BMW 600 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 6 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 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 46 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 730 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2750 mm |
