2000 BMW 528 vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1970 Triumph Toledo has manual transmission. 1970 Triumph Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW 528 | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 528 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |