2009 BMW 125 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 125 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
