2008 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 289 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, 1976 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 316 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
