2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1950 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Express | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |