2005 BMW 740 vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 740 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |