1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 40 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1952 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Alpina | Triumph |
| Model | B6 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
