1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 38 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z1 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
