1996 BMW 740 vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1996 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. 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 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 740 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 56 L |