2007 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 525 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
