1996 BMW 730 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1951 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 730 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
