1986 BMW M6 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. 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 M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M6 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
