2008 BMW 528 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 56 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 528 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
