1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 44 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 607 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 2011 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
