1995 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6

To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Triumph TR6. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph TR6. (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph TR6.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW M5 1969 Triumph TR6
Make BMW Triumph
Model M5 TR6
Year Released 1995 1969
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3794 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.6 mm 74.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 251 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L