1998 BMW 316 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 49 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 316 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
