1996 BMW 840 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 30 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 880 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 840 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |