2009 BMW 135 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 135 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
