2009 BMW 650 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 57 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 105 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 650 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
