2007 BMW 120 vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 396 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 120 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
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 | 155 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |