1988 BMW 524 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 524 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |