2007 BMW 320 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 58 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 115 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
