2009 BMW 118 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 118 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
