2007 BMW 130 vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 130 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
