2007 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 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, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5. 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5. 2007 BMW 320 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 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 BMW 320 1967 Triumph TR5
Make BMW Triumph
Model 320 TR5
Year Released 2007 1967
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 74.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel 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 1460 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L