1986 BMW M5 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1974 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 M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
