1982 BMW 628 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1982 BMW 628 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 628 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1961 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, 1982 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 628 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
