1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Triumph 1300 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 535 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |