2009 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 550 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |