2008 BMW 525 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 525 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
