1988 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 316 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
