1957 BMW 501 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 501 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2250 mm |
