2008 BMW 320 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
