1996 BMW 540 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 540 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |