1971 BMW 3 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 3 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
