1991 BMW M12 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 41 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M12 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
