2007 BMW 523 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 523 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
