1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 656 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.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Triumph TR3 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | TR3 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |