2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1070 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Convertible | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
