2005 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 318 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
