UK vs UK — 1954 vs 1975
| TR2 Long Door | TR7 Drophead | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 90 hp | 92 hp |
| Torque | 116 lb-ft | 112 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,991 cc | 1,998 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 11.9 sec | 9.1 sec |
| Top Speed | 105 mph | 109 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 18.3 sec | 17.0 sec |
| Weight | 1,896 lbs | 2,238 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm | 2,159 mm |
| Length | 3,835 mm | 4,064 mm |
| Units Produced | 8,636 | 112,368 |
| Original MSRP | $2,499 | $7,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $85,000 | $25,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 4/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 3/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door brings lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1975 Triumph TR7 Drophead answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Triumph has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door with the 1975 Triumph TR7 Drophead highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door producing 90 hp and the 1975 Triumph TR7 Drophead delivering 92 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Triumph TR2 uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 1,991 cc, while the Triumph TR7 relies on a Inline-4 OHC with 1,998 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1975 Triumph TR7 Drophead edges ahead at 9.1 seconds versus 11.9 seconds. The Triumph TR2 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 342 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 8,636 units built, the 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door is considerably scarcer than the Triumph TR7's 112,368 examples. On the collector market, the 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door commands a significant premium over the 1975 Triumph TR7 Drophead, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.