2006 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
