2009 BMW 125 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 125 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
