2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 355 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 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | BLS | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
