2008 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1951 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
