2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1951 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
Model | Solstice | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |