2009 BMW 635 vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 635 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |