2003 BMW X5 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 51 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 915 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
