1996 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 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 M3 (320 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
