2001 BMW Compact vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Compact | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
