1986 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 730 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
