1986 BMW 735 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1951 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 735 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
