2001 BMW M3 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1952 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
