1983 BMW 525 vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 525 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |