1975 Triumph 2000 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 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 188 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph 2000 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
