1960 BMW 700 vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 700 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2110 mm |
