2006 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 530 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 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 |
