2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 470 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2750 mm |
