1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Turbo | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
