2006 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5. 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 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | TR5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
