1981 BMW 745 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 745 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |