2008 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
