2009 BMW 650 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 650 | TR7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |