1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1964 Triumph TR4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 1800 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
