1994 BMW 840 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 840 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |