2005 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
