2009 BMW 116 vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2009 BMW 116 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 116 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
