2006 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | M3 | TR6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |