1990 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1966 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
