1998 BMW 328 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 32 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 766 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.
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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 328 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
