2007 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 318 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
