1968 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Spitfire | 730 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 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 |
