1984 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 28 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 1240 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 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Triumph Acclaim | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Triumph | BMW |
Model | Acclaim | 550 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2968 mm |