2002 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 34 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 961 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 760 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 2094 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
