2008 BMW 528 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 59 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 390 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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 528 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |