2008 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
