1990 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
