2009 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 1075 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 730 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 730 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |
