1992 BMW 850 vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
