1979 BMW 633 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 633 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |