1970 Triumph 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1300 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
