1977 BMW 528 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 528 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
