1971 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Touring | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
