1958 BMW 600 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 600 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2110 mm |