2009 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 120 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
