1974 Triumph 2000 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph 2000 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
