1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 39 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 890 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Roadmaster | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
