1992 BMW 540 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 43 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 441 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 540 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
