1974 BMW Touring vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 10 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 65 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Touring | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
