2008 BMW 135 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 780 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 135 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
