2004 BMW 745 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1949 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 745 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |