2003 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
