2000 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1967 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
