2008 BMW 118 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 118 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
