2009 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 530 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
