1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph TR4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | TR4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
