1977 BMW 528 vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 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 78 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 528 | TR4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3350 RPM |
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 | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |