2007 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1972 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
