2007 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
