2003 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1974 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |
