1971 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Touring | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
