1992 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
