1975 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 190 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, 1975 BMW 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
