2001 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 28 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 615 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, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M3 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
