2002 BMW 332 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 332 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |