1996 BMW 725 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. Both 1996 BMW 725 and 1963 Triumph 2000 are equipped with a 2,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 725 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
