2009 BMW 118 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 60 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 245 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 118 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
