2007 BMW 328 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 328 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
