1997 BMW S3 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 403 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 S3 (330 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | S3 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
