1971 BMW Touring vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 8 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 243 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Touring | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
