1988 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (127 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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 M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | M5 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |