2009 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 325 | TR4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |