1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 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 Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z3 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
