2003 BMW 320 vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1951 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, 2003 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 320 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |