1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 43 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1315 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | GT6 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
