1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Spitfire | 330 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
