1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | GT6 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
