1978 BMW 520 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 520 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 520 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
