2009 BMW 750 vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1951 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 750 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |