1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 49 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 895 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | TR4 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
