1986 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6.
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, 1970 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 316 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
