1987 BMW 750 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 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 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
