2009 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
