1997 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1997 BMW 316 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 316 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 316 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
