1988 BMW M5 vs. 1957 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1957 Triumph TR3. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1957 Triumph TR3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1957 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M5 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 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 | 1733 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
