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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 287 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 1359 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 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 | 5999 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2750 mm |
