1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1964 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1964 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | TR4 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
