1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 1502 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
