2001 BMW Compact vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Compact | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
