1980 BMW M1 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | M1 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |