2004 BMW 116 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 53 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 BMW 116.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 116 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
