2008 BMW 535 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 220 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 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 535 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
