1997 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | M3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
