2007 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1967 Triumph TR5 has manual transmission. 1967 Triumph TR5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 120 | TR5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
