2007 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
