1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | Spitfire | 740 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |