1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1946 Triumph 1800
To start off, 1962 BMW 1500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph 1800 would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1946 Triumph 1800. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph 1800 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1946 Triumph 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
