1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 47 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), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 176 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 191 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
