1994 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 634 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 520 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
