1995 BMW S3 vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | S3 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |