2003 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 320 | TR7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |