1993 BMW 840 vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 840 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |