1962 BMW 700 vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1953 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 700 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |
