1957 BMW 600 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1957 BMW 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1947 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1947 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 600 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1957 | 1947 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2550 mm |