2007 BMW X3 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 55 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 490 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, 2007 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
