1988 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 325 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 520 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
