2007 BMW X5 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 916 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
