1984 BMW 323 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
