2009 BMW 550 vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 550 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1246 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |