2009 BMW 120 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 120 | GT6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
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 | 175 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 44 L |