1989 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
