1996 BMW 332 vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 332 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |