2007 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
