2008 BMW M6 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1952 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M6 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
