1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 3.3 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |