1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1977 Triumph TR7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 2004 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
