2009 BMW 550 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 550 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
