2000 BMW 316 vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1953 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, 2000 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 316 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |