2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 51 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 106 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
