1968 Triumph 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 1300 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
