2007 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
