1982 BMW 318 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 318 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
