1979 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1979 Triumph Spitfire has manual transmission. 1979 Triumph Spitfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Spitfire | 335 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2761 mm |
