1981 BMW 725 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 725 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
