2004 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 519 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 525 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
