1972 BMW 3 vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
