1996 BMW 725 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 47 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 505 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 725 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
