1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 19 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Turbo | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
