1977 BMW 728 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 28 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1949 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 728 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
