2007 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
