1995 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | M3 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |