1986 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 18 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 300 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
