1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph GT6 (107 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 10 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph GT6 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 1502 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
