1998 BMW 317 vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 317 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
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, 1998 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 317 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
