2009 BMW 530 vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1947 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1947 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 530 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |