2005 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1951 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, 2005 BMW M3 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
