2009 BMW 135 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 135 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
