1984 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Triumph Acclaim | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Acclaim | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2934 mm |
