1959 BMW 507 vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1962 Triumph TR4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 507 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
