2009 BMW 135 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 135 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
