1992 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
