1966 Triumph GT6 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph GT6 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | GT6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |
