1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 2000 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |