2001 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 745 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
