1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 46 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 470 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
| Model | Continental | Renown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
