2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 56 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 195 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | Fighter | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
