1994 BMW 518 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 518 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 1160 kg | 1000 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 |