2006 BMW 120 vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 120 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
