1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 48 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 334 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | M250 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
