1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1962 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 3200 CS | TR2 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |