2009 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M5 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
