1999 BMW 323 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 31 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, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
