2008 BMW M3 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 705 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | M3 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |