1968 Triumph 2.5 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Triumph 2.5 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | 2.5 | 530 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |