2003 BMW 760 vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1965 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 760 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 760 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3760 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2140 mm |