2009 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
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 (315 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
