1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 1800 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
