1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph TR3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | TR3 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
