2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 58 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 900 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Convertible | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
