2007 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 530 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 254 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
