2008 BMW 740 vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1951 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 740 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |