2008 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 316 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
