1987 BMW 324 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 324 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
