2009 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7.
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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
