2008 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 335 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
