1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 52 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 831 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 1961 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1961 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | TR3 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
