1990 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 316 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |