2006 BMW 630 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1967 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 630 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
