1993 BMW 856 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 856 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |