1999 BMW 323 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 50 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 150 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
