2008 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1972 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
