2009 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1964 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 745 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
